ENGLISH - Building Emotional Foundations with Greenspan’s Model
2026-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Virtual
This training introduces early childhood educators and caregivers to Dr. Stanley Greenspan’s Functional Emotional Developmental Capacities and demonstrates how these stages form the foundation for emotional growth, resilience, and relationships. Participants will explore the Circle of Communication and learn strategies to support children’s emotional development through co-regulation, observation, and responsive interactions. This training emphasizes practical application through reflection, role-play, and scenario-based activities to strengthen caregiver-child interactions from birth through early childhood.

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Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference
2026-04-16 07:30 - 2026-04-17 17:00 | Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 South Syracuse Street, Denver, 80237, United States
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The Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference (RMECC) is the region’s leading professional development conference focused on promoting and advancing the field of early childhood education. This two-day conference delivers more than 180 workshops and presentations, top-notch keynote speakers, and 10 professional development tracks.
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Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at RMECC 2026? Contact Lisa Jameson-Shea at Lisa@denverearlychildhood.org.

SPANISH - Cómo crear una Conexión de Corazón-a-Corazón con sus Estudiantes de Primera Infancia
2026-04-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Únase a Denise Leitch de Lingua Garden para un enriquecedor taller sobre “Cómo Crear una Conexión de Corazón-a-Corazón con sus Estudiantes de Primera Infancia”, donde explorará el papel vital de los vínculos emocionales para fomentar un entorno de aprendizaje positivo. Esta sesión proporcionará estrategias prácticas para crear conexiones auténticas con los estudiantes jóvenes, haciendo hincapié en la importancia de la empatía, la escucha activa y el apoyo personalizado. Los participantes participarán en ejercicios interactivos diseñados para mejorar su capacidad de comprender y responder a las necesidades emocionales de los estudiantes, generar confianza y fomentar un ambiente de apoyo en el aula. Ideal para educadores que buscan profundizar sus relaciones con los estudiantes y crear un entorno de aprendizaje más comprometido y emocionalmente seguro.

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Denver CCAP Collaborative
2026-04-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Formerly called the Denver Child Care Task Force, the Denver CCAP Collaborative was founded to give Denver child care providers a voice in the community and an opportunity to meet and connect with Denver Human Services Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) staff.
The Collaborative discusses policy and funding issues that affect large and small child care programs in the Denver metro area. The group meets regularly and includes participants from child care centers, community funders, and representatives from Denver Human Services.
Topics at CCAP Collaborative meetings can include, but are not limited to:
CCAP Program and Policy Changes
Community Funding Updates
Discussion of Welfare Reform Board Agenda
TANF updates
NO SOLICITING, PLEASE
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ENGLISH - Building a Heart-to-Heart Connection with Young Students in the Early Childhood Classroom
2026-04-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Join us for an enriching workshop on “Building a Heart-to-Heart Connection with Young Students in the Early Childhood Education Classroom,” where you’ll explore the vital role of emotional bonds in fostering a positive learning environment. This session will provide practical strategies for creating authentic connections with young learners, emphasizing the importance of empathy, active listening, and personalized support. Participants will engage in interactive exercises designed to enhance their ability to understand and respond to students’ emotional needs, build trust, and nurture a supportive classroom atmosphere. Ideal for educators seeking to deepen their relationships with students and create a more engaged, emotionally secure learning environment.

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ENGLISH - Cultural Humility and Responsiveness in Early Childhood Education
2026-05-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Cultural humility and responsiveness in early childhood focuses on fostering a deep understanding and respect for diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds among educators and caregivers. Cultural humility involves a lifelong commitment to self-evaluation and reflection, acknowledging one’s own cultural biases, and actively seeking to understand and learn from others’s; cultural perspectives. It emphasizes the importance of listening to families and communities, valuing their expertise, and adapting practices to be more inclusive and responsive. Cultural responsiveness translates this understanding into action. It involves the intentional integration of cultural and linguistic knowledge into policies, practices, and interactions with children and families.

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Equity and Advocacy Professional Learning Community
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Meet with other directors, teachers, and staff from our team in a monthly informal setting to discuss the current needs in the field. Be an advocate for your program while helping others by simply speaking up about what’s working, what isn’t, and what’s needed.
This is a Director’s PLC and can be used as credit toward the Director DPP Achievement Award.
Questions? Contact Dora Esparza at dora@denverearlychildhood.org.
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ENGLISH - Exploring Art with Little Hands: Balancing Process and Product Series
2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
This is a 2-part series:

Part 1 – May 7 from 7:00PM-8:30PM
Part 2 – May 21 from 7:00PM-8:30PM

This 4-part virtual series is designed to help early childhood educators create meaningful, age-appropriate art experiences. In Session 1, participants explore the difference between process art and product-based crafts and why process matters. Session 2 focuses on safe, sensory-rich art experiences for infants and toddlers that support development and creativity. Session 3 covers designing open-ended preschool art activities that foster critical thinking and imagination. Session 4 highlights art in nature, using natural materials to inspire exploration, observation, and self-expression.

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SPANISH - Intervención Temprana y Educación Especial de la Primera Infancia Para Niños Pequeños - Capacitación Destacada DPP
2026-05-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
Esta es una serie virtual de 4 partes:

Parte 1: Lunes 18 de Mayo de 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Parte 2: Lunes 1 de Junio de 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Parte 3: Lunes 8 de Junio de 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Parte 4: Lunes 15 de Junio de 6:30PM – 8:30PM

Todos los niños, especialmente aquellos con discapacidades y retrasos en el desarrollo, merecen un entorno lo menos restrictivo posible que les permita florecer y aprender. Esta capacitación ayudará a los/las profesionales de la primera infancia a conocer las diferentes leyes y regulaciones relacionadas con el programa de Intervención Temprana y la educación especial en la primera infancia. Los profesionales de la primera infancia también aprenderán más sobre los diferentes hitos del desarrollo infantil y cómo los profesionales pueden utilizar los recursos disponibles para ayudar a garantizar un proceso adecuado de detección y derivación para las familias y sus hijos pequeños que tienen discapacidades y retrasos en el desarrollo.

Esta es una Serie de Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP. Los educadores que asistan a esta Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP son elegibles para solicitar los Premios de Logro por un total de $325. Los educadores deben trabajar en un programa/centro con licensia ubicado en el condado de Denver y estar empleados en un salón de clases de preescolar.

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SPANISH - Movimiento que Educa: la Práctica Educativa del Futuro – Capacitación Destacada DPP
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Esta es una serie virtual de 4 partes:

Parte 1: Martes 19 de Mayo de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 2: Martes 26 de Mayo de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 3: Martes 2 de Junio de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 4: Martes 9 de Junio de 6:00PM – 8:30PM

Movimiento que Educa es un entrenamiento que resalta el movimiento como herramienta educativa, inclusiva y transformadora en la primera infancia, concientiza sobre su importancia en el desarrollo integral: físico, cognitivo, social y emocional, brindando estrategias prácticas para espacios abiertos y cerrados, con adaptaciones inclusivas que promueven la equidad evitando exclusiones por habilidades, cultura o condiciones físicas, metodología dinámica y participativa que fomenta la reflexión y compromiso de los educadores haciendo un llamado a crear ambientes seguros, equitativos y estimulantes donde todos los niños participen plenamente.

Esta es una Serie de Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP. Los educadores que asistan a esta Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP son elegibles para solicitar los Premios de Logro por un total de $325. Los educadores deben trabajar en un programa/centro con licensia ubicado en el condado de Denver y estar empleados en un salón de clases de preescolar.

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SPANISH - La Musica Como Herramienta de Enseñanza
2026-05-20 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Esta es una serie virtual de 4 partes:

Parte 1: Miércoles 20 de Mayo de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 2: Miércoles 27 de Mayo de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 3: Miércoles 3 de Junio de 6:00PM – 8:30PM
Parte 4: Miércoles 10 de Junio de 6:00PM – 8:30PM

Este entrenamiento tiene como objetivo ofrecer estrategias prácticas para integrar la música en diferentes áreas del currículo, fortaleciendo el aprendizaje desde una perspectiva inclusiva, culturalmente sensible y alineada con las mejores prácticas en educación temprana.

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Memorial Day
2026-05-25
Office closed

ENGLISH - Foundations of Social and Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood - DPP Featured Teacher Series
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
This is a 3-part series:

Part 1: Monday June 8 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Part 2: Monday June 15 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Part 3: Wednesday June 17 from 6:00PM-8:00PM

This interactive three-session training equips early care and learning professionals with the foundational knowledge, best practices, and hands-on strategies to intentionally support young children’s social and emotional intelligence. Participants will explore how social and emotional skills—such as self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and relationship-building—develop in early childhood and why these capacities are essential for lifelong learning, well-being, and healthy relationships. Each session combines brief teaching with active learning, including demonstrations, child-centered activities, case examples, and opportunities to practice strategies that can be used immediately in classrooms and early learning settings.

This is a DPP Teacher Featured Series. To qualify for the DPP Teacher Achievement Award ($325 for completing all three sessions), participants must work at a participating Denver Preschool Program site and be a teacher or assistant primarily assigned to a preschool classroom.

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Juneteenth
2026-06-19 08:00 - 17:00

ENGLISH - Creating a Classroom Culture in Early Childhood Education
2026-06-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Classroom management can be a challenging thing to conquer, especially during the early years of teaching, or when your classroom group is so diverse you can’t seem to find any commonalities. What’s missing could be a culture within the classroom. Creating a culture within the classroom creates a set of norms, rituals, and language within the individuals involved, including the teachers, children, and families. This session discusses different strategies to implement when building the classroom community, and even further a classroom culture.

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SPANISH - Aprender al Aire Libre: Educación Basada en la Naturaleza
2026-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Esta capacitación propone reimaginar la educación en la primera infancia desde una perspectiva basada en la naturaleza, reconociendo el entorno natural como un aula viva que promueve el juego, la exploración y el aprendizaje significativo. A través de fundamentos pedagógicos, evidencia científica y tendencias globales, se brindan herramientas para implementar prácticas al aire libre y aulas híbridas que fomenten la inclusión, la creatividad, el bienestar integral y la conciencia ecológica. Esta propuesta innovadora y reflexiva conecta la educación con un futuro sostenible y empodera a los educadores para ofrecer experiencias transformadoras que respondan a las necesidades del siglo XXI y al derecho de niñas y niños a aprender en contacto con la naturaleza.

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SPANISH - La Música como Puente hacia el Desarrollo Temprano
2026-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Esta sesión explora cómo la música, más allá del arte y la recreación, se convierte en una de las herramientas más útiles en la educación temprana. A través del ritmo, la repetición y la melodía, los niños pequeños acceden de manera natural a los fundamentos del lenguaje y del pensamiento matemático. Los participantes aprenderán cómo la música favorece la memoria, la comunicación, la autorregulación emocional y la conexión social, mientras funciona también como un lenguaje universal que vincula a los niños con sus compañeros, los adultos y su identidad cultural. La sesión combina teoría y práctica, ofreciendo estrategias utilizadas en el aula y oportunidades para diseñar actividades musicales simples y listas para implementar. Los participantes saldrán de esta sesión con recursos y estrategias bilingües para usar la música como un puente hacia el desarrollo temprano de una manera holística e intencional.

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ENGLISH - Mindful Educators in Early Childhood Education
2026-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Early childhood educators face unique challenges each day as they support young children’s learning, development, and emotional well-being. This engaging two-hour workshop explores the science of stress and its impact on both educators and children, while providing practical, research-based strategies for creating calmer, more connected classroom environments. Participants will learn how stress and dysregulation affect behavior, relationships, and learning, and discover simple mindfulness practices that can be seamlessly integrated into daily routines. Together, we will explore effective ways to strengthen self-regulation, build resilience, and foster positive classroom culture through intentional moments of calm, connection, and reflection. Educators will leave feeling refreshed and inspired, with practical tools they can use immediately to support their own well-being, help children develop emotional regulation skills, and create classrooms where everyone can thrive.

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SPANISH - Desarrollemos Nuestras Habilidades de Liderazgo: Herramientas para Sobresalir en Nuestro Trabajo - Capacitación Destacada DPP
2026-07-18 09:30 - 16:00 | Mi Casa Resource Center, 345 S Grove St, Denver, CO, 80219, United States
En esta capacitación presencial, exploraremos el concepto de liderazgo, los tipos de liderazgo que existen, y las competencias de inteligencia emocional que apoyan un liderazgo eficiente y saludable: autoconocimiento, autogestión, consciencia social y manejo de relaciones. Personalizaremos la conversación explorando el papel de las y los profesionales de educación temprana como líderes en su trabajo, enfocándonos en los roles de quienes estén presentes en las sesiones.
Esta es una Serie de Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP. Los educadores que asistan a esta Capacitación Destacada para Educadores de DPP son elegibles para solicitar los Premios de Logro por un total de $325. Los educadores deben trabajar en un programa/centro con licencia ubicado en el condado de Denver y estar empleados en un salón de clases de preescolar.

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ENGLISH - The Mindful Educator's Back-to-School Kit
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Begin the school year with greater calm, clarity, and intention. This engaging and interactive two-hour workshop is designed to help early childhood educators start the year feeling grounded, energized, and prepared for success. Participants will explore the neuroscience of stress and its impact on teaching, learning, and overall well-being while discovering practical mindfulness strategies that can be used from the very first day of school. Through reflection, discussion, and hands-on experiences, educators will learn simple, sustainable practices that support emotional regulation, increase resilience, enhance focus, and promote a positive mindset. Together, we will explore ways to create classroom environments that foster connection, belonging, and learning while building the internal resources needed to navigate challenges with greater ease. Participants will leave with practical, ready-to-use strategies that support both educator wellness and student success, helping to create a strong foundation for a thriving and joyful school year.

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Denver CCAP/UPK Townhall
2026-07-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual

ENGLISH - Effective Leadership: Session 1 of Leadership Bootcamp
2026-07-28 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
This training will go over the key elements and characteristics of effective leaders. Leadership is a lifelong journey and a pathway to growing professionally. There is always more to learn and understanding the key elements to leadership success is essential!
This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Challenging Conversations: Session 2 of Leadership Bootcamp
2026-07-30 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
This training reviews communication and the various methods we communicate with and without noticing. This training also reviews conversations around terminations, how to keep yourself and your families safe in explosive situations, and how to really understand the message that is being communicated. This is always a hot topic! Don’t miss it!
This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Gathering and Managing Feedback: Session 3 of Leadership Bootcamp
2026-08-04 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
This session reviews why feedback from staff, families, and external stakeholders is important, how to fully complete the feedback loop, and how to take action! Feedback is a part of how you grow as a leader and how your program grows, don’t miss this chance to learn about this tool!
This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - The Key to Staff Recruitment, Retention, and Quality: Session 1 of Performance Management Series
2026-08-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
This session will show how strong performance management supports business success, program stability, and overall quality. Topics include recruitment, onboarding, one-on-one meetings, and an introduction to building and supporting high-quality staff performance.
This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Equity in Leadership: Session 4 of Leadership Bootcamp
2026-08-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Equity is always important, but what is it really and how does it show up in your program? This training will give you solid ways to incorporate equity into your program for your staff and families as well as give you a strong understanding of what equity looks like on a daily basis. Don’t miss it!

This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Growing and Nurturing Employees: Session 5 of Leadership Bootcamp
2026-08-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
This session will focus on how to grow your employees and help them continue their professional careers. We will discuss general performance management and how to encourage positive results in your employees while also supporting them in their goals!

This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Safe Spaces: Peer Leadership Discussion and Support with Dora and Lucy
2026-08-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
This session provides an open, supportive space to ask questions, learn from real situations other peer leaders are navigating, and work through practical solutions together. Come prepared with situations you would like to discuss.

This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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ENGLISH - Building Strong Staff Performance: Session 2 of Performance Management Series
2026-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
This session builds on the connection between staff recruitment, retention, and program quality by focusing on the practical tools leaders use to support strong staff performance. Participants will explore performance expectations, goal setting, meaningful feedback, and recognition practices that help employees grow while strengthening consistency, accountability, and quality across the program.
This training is FREE for participants that work in a Denver Preschool Program participating Center/Program, and $20 for all others.

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